Administrative Specialist 4 Confidential

New Jersey Courts; Somerville (NJ); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the New Jersey Judiciary, a team dedicated to public trust and confidence, as part of the Trial Court Administrator’s Office in Somerville. In this role, you will coordinate various projects, serve as a liaison for legal and media concerns, and help improve the operations and access to judicial information. With a salary range of $76,423 to $119,103, the role offers strong growth opportunities alongside a hybrid work schedule.

Qualifications

• 5 years of relevant professional experience or equivalent substitutions.
• Valid driver's license and work authorization in the US required.
• Must pass a background check and establish residency in New Jersey within one year.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate work in the Trial Court Administrator’s Office.
• Compile and analyze statistical data.
• Develop and implement public access and communication plans.

Skills

Analytical skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Customer service orientation

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Law degree or advanced degree

Job description

When you come to work for the New Jersey Judiciary, you will join an 8,500-member strong team that operates with the highest standards of independence, integrity, fairness, and quality service. You will be engaged in meaningful work that makes a difference in the lives of the public we serve. Our Judiciary strives daily to build public trust and confidence, addressing issues such as bail reform, marijuana decriminalization, and recovery courts. Whether in a courtroom, administrative office, courthouse training room, IT office, or in the field, our workforce is improving lives every day. We honor the dignity and individualism of each member while fostering professionalism and continuous improvement.

SALARY: The salary range for this position is $76,423.34 to $119,103.64 for Schedule A, and $76,423.34 to $113,148.46 for Schedule B. New hires typically start at the minimum of the range. Current employees promoted or advanced will receive a 5% increase of their base salary, not exceeding the maximum of the range or the minimum of the new band/level, whichever is greater. Employees hired before June 3, 2014, are Schedule A; those hired on or after are Schedule B.

The Judiciary offers strong growth opportunities.

Under the general direction of the Court Executive 3B (Trial Court Administrator), the Somerset/Hunterdon/Warren Vicinage seeks an organized self-starter with excellent administrative, written, and verbal communication skills. The candidate should be attentive to detail, customer service-oriented, and motivated to perform in a fast-paced environment. The selected individual will provide high-level technical advice, analysis, expertise, and coordination on projects, initiatives, programs, and implementations to the Trial Court Administrator, Assignment Judge, Division Managers, and other staff.

REMOTE WORK: The Judiciary currently offers a hybrid work schedule, allowing up to 2 days of remote work outside Judiciary buildings. To participate, you must install a multifactor authentication app and have high-speed home internet access.

Key responsibilities include:

• Direct and coordinate work in the Trial Court Administrator’s Office.
• Compile and analyze statistical data.
• Research court rules for new procedures.
• Develop and implement public access, media, and communication plans.
• Assist with media requests and prepare release forms.
• Coordinate event planning with various departments.
• Develop internal publications and court resource guides.
• Act as liaison on legal and media concerns.
• Track projects and keep management informed.
• Serve as budget point person.
• Prepare agendas, minutes, and attendance records for meetings.
• Develop procedures for efficient operations.

Qualifications include a bachelor's degree and five years of relevant professional experience or equivalent substitutions. A law degree or advanced degree can substitute for experience. Valid driver's license and work authorization in the US are required. All new hires must pass a background check and establish residency in New Jersey within one year.

HOW TO APPLY:

Complete the application fully, detailing all relevant experience and education. Only fully completed applications following instructions will be considered.

The New Jersey Judiciary is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to justice and diversity.

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